New parents often like to talk about how much their life truly has changed since their little bundle(s) of joy arrived. They dither on about shifting priorities, new hopes and dreams, a new appreciation for the simple things in life, and various other bumper stickers and cliches.
Truth be told, I have had those moments as well. I love being a mom. I waited a long time to be a mom and I am savoring those precious moments that I know will end as soon as puberty hits. But motherhood isn't all rainbows and unicorns.
Rainbows need rain. And I assume even unicorns make a mess from time to time. Parenthood is not always a joyous, uplifting endeavor. It can be frustrating, agonizing and stressful.
So how am I really, truly different this week? Because I now consider this the best text message I have ever received:
Cooper finally pooped.
Hello, parenthood. It's nice to meet you.
- The 2nd Mommy
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